The Classical Vegetarian Cookbook

By Ron Pickarski

The Vegetarian 21st Century Culinary RenaissanceTaste, Nutrition, Sustainability--Chef Ron Pickarski offers a new classical cuisine focused on traditional and modern vegan proteins, plant-based ingredients, and special techniques. More than 400 recipes with 1200 options, including many gluten-free choices, offer limitless center of the plate and classical sauce options, complementary salads and sides, and elegant classical non-dairy desserts. "A dedicated professional, Chef Ron brings a marvelous creativity to reinterpret the classics with his vegetarian culinary skills. I am honored to endorse this book." CHEF HILMAR J?NSSON, FORMER VICE PRESIDENT, WORLD ASSOCIATION OF CHEFS SOCIETIES, CMC, AACAs educator, Chef Ron explores the story of vegetarianism, the different vegan protein sources, ingredients used in vegan cooking today, and modern and ancient ways to create and prepare entr?es and pastries. He adapts classic recipes including steaks, cutlets, p't?s, duxelles, offers smoking options and more, and translates the five French Mother Sauces into innovative vegan recipe variations. With more than 100 desserts he presents non-dairy pastry creams, ice cream made in a blender, and introduces the chemistry of vegan pastries.Chef Ron elevates vegetarian food from everyday fare to simple sophistication already in demand by today's consumers. With health as a driver and a vocal audience supporting culinary change, The Classical Vegetarian Cookbook for Professional Chefs and Inspired Cooks is now a necessary resource for every home and professional kitchen. "Chef Ron's book is a valuable and necessary tool for all who want to fully understand this new twenty-first century cuisine--animal-free with classical standards and classical taste."Chef Alfonso Contrisciani, CMC, MC, WGMC, ACE, AACe

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 069241536X
• ISBN13: 9780692415368
• Release Date: June 2015
• Publisher: Eco-Cuisine, Inc.
• Weight: 2.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 8.3" x 11.1"